Former P.E.I. Premier Jim Lee dead at 86

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CHARLOTTETOWN, P.E.I. — James (Jim) Lee, the twenty sixth premier of Prince Edward Island, died on the age of 86.

A local of Charlottetown and an alumnus of Saint Dunstan’s College, Lee entered politics in 1975 after a profitable profession in enterprise and actual property. He served as a cupboard minister in numerous portfolios within the authorities of the late J. Angus MacLean and ultimately succeeded MacLean in 1981, serving till 1986.

Throughout his tenure, Jim represented P.E.I. in pivotal discussions on the first ministers’ desk regarding the patriation of the Structure and the institution of the Constitution of Rights and Freedoms. 

A few of the lasting accomplishments of the Lee governments embrace the development and opening of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital and the Atlantic Veterinary School.

After his time period, Lee remained devoted to serving his province and nation, turning into a member of the Canadian Pension Fee and later assuming the function of chair of the Staff Compensation Board of P.E.I.

Present Premier Dennis King mentioned Lee “had a front-row seat to historical past for key moments within the progress and improvement” of the province.

“Jim was a individuals one that liked politics and he was a proud Islander who was pushed by a want to assist enhance the standard of life for Islanders,” mentioned King.

Lee is predeceased by his spouse and lifelong associate, Patricia Laurie, with whom he raised three kids.

“He was a person of outstanding accomplishments, a devoted public servant, and a beloved member of the group,” reads his obituary on the Hennessey Cutliffe Charlottetown Funeral Dwelling.

“His life was marked by a profound dedication to the betterment of Prince Edward Island, and his contributions shall be remembered for generations to return.”

Funeral preparations and visiting hours shall be introduced later.